Goldsboro, NC
Livability
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Bikeability
2/10
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Walkability
2/10
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Transit
2/10
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Commute
8/10
home
Housing
9/10
visibility
Safety
6/10
local_library
Schools
4/10
local_airport
Airports
4/10
school
Colleges
2/10
accessibility
Hospitals
1/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
- visibility Safety
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Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
- local_airport Airports
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Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.
Residents
Population
33,448
332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.7 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
54.5%
64% (US)
College-Educated
21.4%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$47,005
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
79.4%
88% (US)
Average Commute
19 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
17.1%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$173,700
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$529
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$700
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
33.9%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Wayne County
3
Goldsboro Metro Area
3
North Carolina
1
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Wayne County
5
Goldsboro Metro Area
5
North Carolina
2
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 4 | 1 | 42 |
| Feb | 3 | 0 | 45 |
| Mar | 4 | 0 | 52 |
| Apr | 3 | 0 | 61 |
| May | 3 | 0 | 69 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 77 |
| Jul | 6 | 0 | 80 |
| Aug | 5 | 0 | 78 |
| Sep | 5 | 0 | 72 |
| Oct | 3 | 0 | 62 |
| Nov | 3 | 0 | 53 |
| Dec | 3 | 0 | 45 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 47% of residents leaning left and 50% leaning right.
Liberal (48%) (51%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 47%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 13, NC State Senate District 4, NC State House District 10, NCSchools
Edgewood Cmty Developmental
<1 miles, NE
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3.2
Goldsboro High
<1 miles, N
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1.4
Wayne School of Engineering
<1 miles, N
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4.1
North Drive Elementary
<1 miles, NE
Colleges
Wayne Community College
2 miles, NE
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1.4
University of Mount Olive
13 miles, SW
•
1.9
Johnston Community College
22 miles, NW
•
1.4
Mitchells Academy
24 miles, NE
•
1
Hospitals
Wayne Memorial Hospital
2 miles, NE
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2.3
Cherry Hospital
3 miles, NW
Johnston Health
22 miles, NW
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4.1
Unc Lenoir Health Care
23 miles, SE
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2.3
Airports
Pitt-Greenville Airport
38 miles, E
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1
Albert J Ellis Airport
43 miles, S
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1
Coastal Carolina Regional Airport
56 miles, SE
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1
Raleigh-Durham International Airport
57 miles, NW
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3.7